Here I am to write some information about one of the most beautiful places of my country. As I am about to begin speaking about my country and I originate from Bangladesh so,today I want to talk about Ratargul which is the only freshwater swamp forest in Bangladesh. Despite its existence over a vast stretch of swampland in the not too distant past, the swamp forest now occupies an area of only two square kilometres. A dense forest comprising mostly native hijol and koroch trees, Ratargul offers a sanctuary for different species of birds, monkeys, snakes and other reptiles.
Ratargul is in close proximity of three rivers. Flowing respectively from the south and the east, the Chenger Khal and the Kafna meet near Ratargul and head north towards Guainghat under the nomenclature Guain. Once upon a time, the swamp forest occupied the banks of all these rivers. The water of these rivers makes its way into the forest and leaves it marooned under 15 to 20 feet water in the rainy season. With the bottom half of the dense forest covered under water and the top half visible with its multitudes of shades falling on crystal-clear water underneath, Ratargul makes for a sight that can soothe even the most uninterested of eyes.
Ratargul is very similer to vthe Sundarbans. But the water here is clear, not salty like The Sundarbans. Though it is a swamp forest the tide here is extreme in rainy days. So the best time to visit is anytime except rainy days.Ratargul maybe a swamp forest but even in the summer days when all the waters disappear it still is a wonderful place.
The distance of Ratargul from the capital Dhaka is only 281 km and it almost takes 7 hours to reach the place. And upon reaching there small boats can be found to wander around the swamp forest and enjoy its scenic beauty.
Ratargul is an amazing picturesque visiting place which is a natural gift to soothe eyes and find freshness. And I invite you to visit this place from my country.
Swamp Forest Ratargul
Snakes
Monkeys
Ratargul is in close proximity of three rivers. Flowing respectively from the south and the east, the Chenger Khal and the Kafna meet near Ratargul and head north towards Guainghat under the nomenclature Guain. Once upon a time, the swamp forest occupied the banks of all these rivers. The water of these rivers makes its way into the forest and leaves it marooned under 15 to 20 feet water in the rainy season. With the bottom half of the dense forest covered under water and the top half visible with its multitudes of shades falling on crystal-clear water underneath, Ratargul makes for a sight that can soothe even the most uninterested of eyes.
Freshwater Swamp Forest
Ratargul is very similer to vthe Sundarbans. But the water here is clear, not salty like The Sundarbans. Though it is a swamp forest the tide here is extreme in rainy days. So the best time to visit is anytime except rainy days.Ratargul maybe a swamp forest but even in the summer days when all the waters disappear it still is a wonderful place.
Dried Out Ratargul
The distance of Ratargul from the capital Dhaka is only 281 km and it almost takes 7 hours to reach the place. And upon reaching there small boats can be found to wander around the swamp forest and enjoy its scenic beauty.
Birds eye Ratargul
A Boat Tour
Boats to Hire
Ratargul is an amazing picturesque visiting place which is a natural gift to soothe eyes and find freshness. And I invite you to visit this place from my country.
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